Breaking news: Russia releases Evan Gershkovich in sweeping prisoner swap, Turkish officials say

Paul Whelan was also released.

View in browser|nytimes.com August 1, 2024 BREAKING NEWS Natalia Kolesnikova/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images Russia Releases Evan Gershkovich in Sweeping Prisoner Swap, Turkish Officials Say A multicountry prisoner swap freed the Wall Street Journal reporter and at least one other American, the former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan, in the most far-reaching exchange between Moscow and the West in decades. Follow live updates Get more breaking news in your inbox Sign up to receive emails from The New York Times as soon as important news breaks around the world. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018